Remco Evenbol (Quick-step Alpha Vinyl) set the tone on Sunday in the first stage of the Tour of Switzerland, which he won Stephen Williams (Berhain Victorious).

The Belgian rider stood out in the rugged final of this first stage. He was very powerful but he was not able to sprint quickly to achieve victory: ” 500 meters from the end, I wanted to try to attack and I went for it. But unfortunately Vlasov He had the same plan. then I felt like everyone was watching me I told Ilan that he could try to go alone.” Said the young Belgian knight.

Ilan Van Wilder, Evenepoel’s teammate, left, stuck out and finally took sixth. Remco Evenepoel ranked 15th.

Training Leader Quick step Alpha Vinyl, quietly watch the rest of the race: “The team showed a very high level. She was in good control, so I wouldn’t find myself in sensitive situationss. It’s very important during the early days of racing.”

Proof with some favorites who have already lost a lot of time. Tibo PinotAnd the Rigoberto Oran or Daniel Felipe Martinez Already 51 seconds behind Remco Evenpoel.